A legendary giant bird from Middle Eastern mythology and folklore, often called a Roc, known for its enormous size and strength.
From Arabic 'rukh,' which entered English through medieval tales and translations. The creature appears in 'One Thousand and One Nights' and became famous through European adaptations of these stories.
The Rukh was so famous in medieval Europe that it became part of English folklore—Sinbad's adventures with the Rukh inspired Europeans to believe in giant birds that could carry off elephants! It's one of the most famous creatures to come from Arabic storytelling.
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